Asomdwe
Gabriel Abedi’s debut single, Asomdwe (meaning "peace" in the Twi language), is a work that combines the composer's different musical backgrounds. Based on the materials of the "Agbadza" musical genre, a type of music and dance of the Ewe ethnic group, the track features "classically composed" parts of Viola and Piano blended with polyrhythmic textures of indigenous Ghanaian percussion and electronic-produced music, resulting in a unique sound. The title Asomdwe reflects the intention of this music to create an etheric and celestial sonic world where the listener can feel at peace.
Bra Fie
Gabriel Abedi’s second single, Bra Fie (meaning "come home" in the Twi language) is inspired and based on rhythmic and melodic materials of Adwoa, a dance-drumming of the Akan people of Ghana, especially the Ashanti. Traditional Akan bells and drums, along with distinctive traditional melodic movements, are combined with the composer's Classical background and Jazz influences, creating a unique sonic landscape. The title of the work and the warm and dreamy atmosphere of the piece are inspired by the sensations and emotions that the composer felt during his time in Ghana, where he felt at home for the first time, having been born and raised away from his country of origin.